1958 Maserati 450 vs. 1988 Volvo 760
To start off, 1988 Volvo 760 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Maserati 450. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Maserati 450 would be higher. At 4,478 cc (8 cylinders), 1958 Maserati 450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Maserati 450 (395 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1988 Volvo 760. (165 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Maserati 450 should accelerate faster than 1988 Volvo 760. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Volvo 760 weights approximately 545 kg more than 1958 Maserati 450.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1958 Maserati 450 (487 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volvo 760. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1958 Maserati 450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volvo 760. 1988 Volvo 760 has automatic transmission and 1958 Maserati 450 has manual transmission. 1958 Maserati 450 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Volvo 760 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Maserati 450 | 1988 Volvo 760 | |
Make | Maserati | Volvo |
Model | 450 | 760 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4478 cc | 2849 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 395 HP | 165 HP |
Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 487 Nm | 240 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1335 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2780 mm |